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LUSTROUS STIBNITE WITH DOLOMITE – QINGLONG MINE, CHINA
An impressive cabinet-size Stibnite with Dolomite specimen from the renowned Qinglong Mine in Guizhou Province, China.
This substantial collector specimen features numerous elongated metallic Stibnite blades forming a dense, three-dimensional cluster. Closely packed parallel groups intersect with crystals growing at different angles, producing an architectural and highly sculptural display.
Fine lengthwise striations run across the Stibnite crystals, catching the light and creating bright silver-grey reflections against darker steel-coloured faces. The appearance changes considerably as the specimen is viewed from different directions.
Pale crystalline Dolomite provides excellent contrast across part of the display face and between the metallic blades. Its lighter colour and softer texture help define the Stibnite crystal structure and give the specimen additional depth and character.
Stibnite is an antimony sulphide mineral with the chemical formula Sb₂S₃. Material from the Qinglong Mine is internationally collected for its lustrous metallic surfaces and distinctive elongated, bladed crystal formations.
SPECIMEN DETAILS
Mineral: Stibnite
Associated mineral: Dolomite
Locality: Qinglong Mine, Guizhou Province, China
Weight: 714 grams
Dimensions: 12 × 8 × 8.5 cm
Crystal habit: Long bladed, radiating and columnar
Colour: Metallic silver-grey to dark steel
Size classification: Cabinet specimen
Reference: AC159
Price: £450
CONDITION
A natural mineral specimen with projecting blades, uneven crystal ends and contact areas consistent with this delicate mineral species. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.
Stibnite is very soft, approximately 2 on the Mohs hardness scale, and requires careful handling. Always support the main body of the specimen and avoid lifting it by individual crystals.
The exact specimen shown in the photographs will be supplied. One specimen only.
It will be carefully and securely packaged for dispatch by Avalon Crystals & Minerals.
